Climate change stories - Page 4
Westcon-Comstor halves emissions & hits 50% renewables mark
Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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Westcon-Comstor halves Scope 1 and 2 emissions, hitting 50% renewable electricity use globally, advancing towards its 2030 sustainability goals.
AI use in product design key to lowering environmental impact
Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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digital twins
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clean technologies
A report by Tech Mahindra and MIT highlights that 80% of a product's environmental impact is set at design, urging AI adoption for sustainable development.
Europa Worldwide adopts Blue Yonder for carbon emissions tracking
Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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Europa Worldwide Group has adopted Blue Yonder's emissions reporting tech to enhance carbon management and meet growing sustainability demands across its logistics operations.
Building secure prosperity in a digitally connected world
Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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firewalls
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email security
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quantum computing
Cybersecurity is now central to Australia's economic growth, safeguarding digital infrastructure amid rising cybercrime costing organisations up to AUD $63,600 per incident.
EnterpriseDB platform cuts datacentre emissions by up to 87%
Sat, 23rd Aug 2025
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EnterpriseDB's AI platform helps datacentres slash carbon emissions by up to 87% and energy use by 81%, cutting costs while maintaining performance.
Tower appoints new technology leaders to drive digital strategy
Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
Tower appoints Dr. Stephen Hastings and Micheal Maclean to lead its digital and data strategy, enhancing customer experience and driving business growth.
Genesis & Cogo launch tool to cut costs & carbon at home
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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fintech
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cartech
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power / energy
Genesis and Cogo have launched the Go Electric Calculator, a tool to help New Zealand homes save costs and cut carbon by switching to electric appliances and vehicles.
Why helping customers electrify is a growth opportunity for energy retailers
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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Energy retailers can boost growth by aiding customers to electrify homes and transport, tackling climate goals while unlocking new revenue streams.
Disruptive tech delivers mixed results for environmental sustainability
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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iot
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Forrester's report reveals that disruptive tech like AI and IoT aid environmental goals but also pose risks such as higher energy use and electronic waste by 2025.
Revolutionary SuperPac aircraft debuts in Australia tour & race
Tue, 5th Aug 2025
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clean technologies
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climate change
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united nations
The SuperPac 750XL-II, a revolutionary short take-off aircraft, debuts in Australia, touring ahead of the 2025 Outback Air Race supporting the RFDS.
Government Agencies race ahead of private sector on quantum preparedness
Mon, 4th Aug 2025
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encryption
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quantum computing
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supply chain
Government agencies outpace the private sector in quantum computing readiness, urging urgent action to protect future cybersecurity and national security.
NZ civil construction sector faces confidence drop, workforce shortage
Mon, 28th Jul 2025
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fleet management
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clean technologies
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smb
Confidence in New Zealand's civil construction sector has fallen sharply despite a USD $207 billion infrastructure pipeline and growing tech adoption.
Genome sequencing breakthrough promises to cut vineyard sprays by 80%
Mon, 28th Jul 2025
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clean technologies
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lincoln university
New genome sequencing tech could slash vineyard chemical sprays by 80%, boosting sustainability and saving millions amid rising disease threats.
Alibaba DAMO Academy partners to drive AI in health, climate
Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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Alibaba DAMO Academy partners with the International Telecommunication Union to advance global AI solutions in health, climate, and science through joint initiatives.
New Zealand leads in energy transition but faces skills gap
Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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New Zealand leads Asia-Pacific in energy transition investment, with 77% of firms committing over 10% of capital to renewables, yet faces a skills shortage.
Gene study could cut chemical use by 80% in NZ wine sector
Tue, 15th Jul 2025
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agricultural technology
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clean technologies
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sustainability
Lincoln University's genomic study aims to cut chemical use in New Zealand vineyards by up to 80%, boosting sustainable wine production and reducing costs.
Climate risks threaten 27% of global data centres by 2050
Sat, 12th Jul 2025
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clean technologies
Climate change threats could place 27% of global data centres at high or moderate risk by 2050, raising insurance costs and risking digital infrastructure.
LG accelerates emissions cuts, recycling ahead of 2030 goals
Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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clean technologies
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climate change
LG Electronics advances towards its 2030 sustainability goals, cutting emissions and boosting recycling, as detailed in its 2024-2025 Sustainability Report.
ASB & Cogo launch calculator to help Kiwis save energy costs
Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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fintech
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clean technologies
ASB and Cogo have launched an online calculator helping New Zealanders estimate savings from switching to electric homes and vehicles, boosting sustainability.
Carving out a road to more sustainable practices for the eCommerce, transport and logistics industries
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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cartech
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ai
A global transport and logistics firm aims for carbon-neutral operations by 2040, introducing EVs and AI tech to reduce emissions amid rising eCommerce demand.